Job detail

LPN Staff, 5 Star Hospital Based Skilled Nursing Unit.

Iredell Memorial Hospital Incorporated

#Skilled Nursing #BLS #CPR #Vital Signs #LPN #Wound Care #Patient Recovery #Post-Acute Care #Catheter Insertion

Quick overview

Provide expert clinical bedside care to high-acuity patients recovering from surgeries or acute illnesses. Coordinate with RNs and physicians to implement care plans and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants.

Requirements summary

Must be a graduate of an accredited practical nursing school with a valid NC LPN license and BLS/CPR certification. Previous experience in skilled nursing or rehabilitation is preferred, but new graduates are encouraged to apply.

professional certificatePatient AdvocacyDocumentationMedication AdministrationPatient EducationCare CoordinationWound CareCritical ThinkingEmotional ResilienceCNA SupervisionEmpathetic CommunicationClinical MonitoringBedside Nursing

Job description

Description SIGN-ON BONUS ELIGIBLE! Job Summary

Join our award-winning, 5-star hospital-based Skilled Nursing Unit. As an LPN in this high-acuity, post-acute setting, you will be the vital bridge between our Registered Nurses (RNs) and Nursing Assistants (CNAs). You will provide expert clinical care to patients recovering from surgeries, strokes, or acute illnesses, ensuring they receive the high-standard medical attention necessary for a successful transition home.

Key Responsibilities Direct Patient Care

Provide bedside nursing care, including checking vital signs, monitoring intake/output, and assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed.
Medication &
Treatments: Administer oral, topical, and injectable medications; perform wound care, dressing changes, and catheter insertions.
Clinical
Monitoring: Observe and document changes in patient condition, reporting significant findings immediately to the supervising RN or physician.
Care
Coordination: Assist in the implementation and revision of individualized care plans; ensure all treatments align with physician orders.
Patient
Advocacy &
Education: Teach patients and families about disease management, medication requirements, and post-discharge care.

Supervision

Oversee and delegate tasks to Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to ensure comprehensive unit care.

Documentation

Maintain accurate, real-time records of vitals, treatments, and patient progress.

Shift

Full Time, 36 hrs. per week, 12 hr. shifts

Requirements

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.

Licensure

Current, valid LPN license in the state of NC.

Certification

Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification required.

Experience

Previous experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or rehabilitation preferred; new graduates with strong clinical rotations are encouraged to apply.

Skills

Strong critical thinking, emotional resilience, and the ability to communicate empathetically with stressed or vulnerable patients and families. Physical Requirements Must possess full range of body motion to pass basic FIT test for position to include walking, kneeling, standing, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, reaching and sitting for extended periods of time Must be able to lift, push, and pull a minimum of [30] pounds frequently.